Jack Russell Clothing: Coat & Jumper
Clothing for the Jack Russell Terrier
Jack Russells are compact, muscular and on the move without a pause. That is exactly what makes the fit demanding: a coat that sits well on a calm dog slips on a terrier after three jumps into the undergrowth. Short coat and little undercoat come on top of that, especially with the smooth haired varieties.
Which fit suits a Jack Russell?
As a rule Mini Fit. The cut was developed for short legs and compact backs, sits close to the body and still allows full freedom of movement. The Glow Raincoat Mini Fit is laminated waterproof, windproof and lined inside with soft polar fleece.
For particularly strong or long legged Parson Russells, Regular Fit can be the better choice. What matters is the ratio of back length to chest girth, not the breed name.
Visibility in the field
A Jack Russell in tall grass or in fading light is quickly out of view. The neon colours from lumiies® are there for exactly that: you see your dog, and other people see him too, by the road and in the woods.
Personal size advice in the customer chat
Measure the back length from the shoulder blade to the base of the tail, the chest girth at the widest point behind the front legs and the neck girth. You will find a guide to measuring here. Feel free to send us the measurements with a photo from the side and one from above.
FAQ
Does the coat slip when my dog romps about?
The Mini Fit sits close to the body and can be adjusted on the dog. What matters is that chest girth and back length are right, because a coat that is too wide turns on active dogs.
Mini Fit or Regular Fit?
For most Jack Russells Mini Fit. With longer legs and a large chest girth, for example with Parson Russells, it is worth comparing with Regular Fit. Send us the measurements.
Does a Jack Russell need a jumper at all?
While moving he produces enough warmth. The critical moments are waiting times, wet and wind: the walk to the car, the break at the edge of a field or a walk in continuous rain.
Can my dog wear a harness underneath?
Yes. The Glow Raincoat has a two way zip for the harness.
